Getting Value from Security: Understanding Passkey Adoption

Passkeys are widely regarded as the successor to passwords, yet their adoption has been slower than anticipated. This talk examines authentication as a service and considers the value users expect it to deliver. Drawing on evidence from a Q-methodology investigation, the talk presents several distinct viewpoints towards passkeys, demonstrating that non-adoption is driven by diverse perceptions rather than a single underlying barrier. These perspectives suggest that improving adoption will require targeted interventions that address the specific concerns and priorities of different user groups.

Biography: Jacques Ophoff is Professor of Cybersecurity and Resilience at Abertay University.

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